Top Restaurants in Downtown Disney Orlando

Sabah Karimi
Downtown Disney in Orlando is a popular shopping and nightlife destination for thousands of visitors and residents exploring the Walt Disney Resort each year. In addition to the collection of specialty shops and a handful of attractions, Downtown Disney offers some unique dining opportunities. Whether you're looking for some hearty Irish fare or seafood dinner on the lake, here's where you'll find some of the best restaurants in Downtown Disney Orlando:

Fulton's Crab House in Downtown Disney
Fulton's Crab House is one of two Downtown Disney restaurants located on the waterfront. The restaurant is actually located inside a giant riverboat that's docked on the lake and the seafood is flown in fresh from ports around the globe. Choose from over 50 seafood entrees, a 2,000+ wine list and specialty menus during the holiday season. Fulton's also serves a fairly extensive seafood menu, so there's something for everyone in the family. Call (407) WDW-DINE to make reservations at this Downtown Disney restaurant.

Portobello Restaurant in Downtown Disney
Portobello is one of the newer restaurants in Downtown Disney. You can enjoy traditional family style dining indoors or on the patio, and choose from specialty dishes including mozzarella stuffed rice balls, linguine with clams, the ravioli gigante and grilled Florida snapper. The restaurant also serves a large menu of Italian and American wines. Click here for the entire dinner menu at Portobello Restaurant in Downtown Disney.

Raglan Road Irish Pub in Downtown Disney
If you're headed to Pleasure Island in Downtown Disney, you can enjoy some late-night eats at the Ragland Road Irish Pub & Restaurant. The venue serves classic favorites including a Guinness beef stew, fish 'n chips platters and the famous Fada Burger. The bar menu is served all day, and banquet space is available. Reservations can be made online at www.raglanroadirishpub.com.

Bongo's Cuban Café in Downtown Disney
Bongo's Cuban Café is another destination that serves food into the late night hours, and is fun destination to enjoy the '40s Havana setting, live music from the Desi Arnaz impersonator, and some quality food. Menu highlights at this Downtown Disney restaurant include ceviche, the Cuban steak sandwich, and the sautéed lobster and seafood platter. Call (407) 828-0999 for more information.

House of Blues in Downtown Disney
The House of Blues is a popular Downtown Disney restaurant for the Sunday brunch, an all-you-can-eat buffet that features traditional Southern dishes including chicken jambalaya, smoked catfish and made-to-order omelets. You can settle in for the authentic gospel music celebration while you dine, and spend the rest of the day exploring the Downtown Disney Marketplace. The regular menu is also served in the main restaurant. Choose from the classic Blues Burger, a traditional Shrimp Po-Boy sandwich and other Southern favorites. Call (407) WDW-DINE to make reservations at this Downtown Disney restaurant.

From the Sunday Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues to the Cuban fare at Bongos Café, you can settle in for a great meal at one of several restaurants in Downtown Disney. Head to any of these destinations when you're looking for good food and a fun atmosphere in Downtown Disney, Orlando.

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  • Heather Tooley 12/23/2009

    Thanks for revealing these. Hope to check them out someday.

  • M.G. Hardiman 12/15/2009

    You've really covered the bases, Sabah. Thanks for sharing!

  • Michelle M. Guilbeau-Sheppard 12/6/2009

    These sound like wonderful choices! Thank you!!!

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